Kwashiorkor is a form of protein-energy malnutrition characterized by
A. extreme wasting of muscles.
B. gain of abdominal adipose tissue.
C. severe edema in the extremities.
D. unusual growth of the jaw.
C
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a. neuropathy. b. impaired liver function. c. impaired kidney function. d. hyperlipidemia.
Transmission of nerve impulses relies on the concentrations of ________ in the neuron.
A. sodium and potassium B. cholesterol C. B vitamins D. calcium and magnesium
How does the body absorb and digest low to moderate amounts of alcohol?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is a feature of phosphorus?
a. Involved in energy exchange b. Activates fat-soluble vitamins c. Ranks lowest among the minerals in amount present in the body d. Ranks highest among the minerals in amount present in the body